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	The Capping Ceremony is a tradition of nursing programs throughout the United States and abroad. During the ceremony, students speak about the ideals of the nursing profession and recall the compassionate and heroic service of nursing pioneers, such as Florence Nightingale. It is believed that nurses' caps date to the days when women wore caps all of the time, even in their homes. Whatever their origin, nursing caps - like uniforms - are unique to each school.
	The Pinning ceremony is a formal event marking the completion of the Nursing Program. The nursing pin like the cap is unique to each school but often symbolizes more than the emblems of the educational institution.
	The Candle Lighting symbolizes the passing of Knowledge and Light by Senior Faculty members to the new recruits in Nursing. It is a function initiating them into the Nursing Profession by Lighting a Candle that dispels darkness and by taking The Pledge. The Graduation ceremony is to felicitate our Graduates and wish them success in their Profession.
The Pledge	I solemnly pledge myself before God and in the presence of this assembly to faithfully practice my profession faithfully. I will not take or knowingly administer any harmful drug. I will do all in my power to maintain the highest standards of my profession. I will hold in confidence all personal matters and family affairs coming to my knowledge in the practice of my calling. I will endeavor to aid physicians in their work and devote myself to the welfare of those committed to my care.

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Diane's Family, her husband Jerry, three children, Trenton, Brandon and Allison

Diane's father, Cletus Neel and his wife Bernice

Diane's grandmother, Gladys Neel and aunt, Margaret Melvin

	Diane's Cap
	Diane's Pin